PUNCH

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Perroquet, a classic French cocktail combining pastis, mint and water, gets a modern update. Here is the easy, low-proof recipe.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

It used to be that once a week there was an exciting one-off beer release that had fans rushing to breweries and stores — and then rushing to social media to post their scores. Dark Lord. Hunahpu’s. The yearly Bourbon County stout madness. Any number of weekly haze releases from breweries like Other Half and Tree House. But then came the pandemic, the rise of seltzer-loving Zoomers, and what seemed to be the end of anyone giving a damn about rare beer releases.

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Tilaknagar Industries Ltd (TIL) marked a significant milestone by becoming net debt-free in Q2 FY2024-2025, achieving this goal nearly six months ahead of schedule. In the second quarter of the current financial year, TIL reported a profit after tax (PAT) excluding exceptional items of Rs 58.2 crore, marking an 82.4 percent increase over the Rs 31.9 crore PAT reported in the same quarter last year.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

When you have a glass of Champagne in your hand, there’s not much that can ruin the moment. All that matters is that you’re drinking perhaps the biggest producer of vibes the wine world has to offer. It’s a mood built on reputation: If you’re celebrating a joyful occasion, there’s more than a decent chance that a Champagne toast is involved. Those good vibes, though, can end up costing a pretty penny if your bubbles come from a prestigious house in the French region.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Whitley Neill, the UK’s number one premium gin brand has been voted the UK’s most loved gin brand on Sevanta Brandvue’s recently released survey for 2024. For the fourth year in a row, Whitley Neill reigns supreme ahead of other long established gin brands such as Bombay Sapphire and Gordon’s. Covering alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks Sevanta Brandvue measures the feelings and behaviours of 1m consumers towards over 2,500 brands each year.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

When it comes to entry-level California Pinot Noir, Meiomi dominates the market. The label was originally founded in 2006 by the Wagner family (of Caymus and Belle Glos fame) and sold to beverage giant Constellation Brands in 2015 to the tune of $315 million. Though the wide-reaching brand makes a range of varieties, it’s most well-known for its fruit-forward Pinot Noir.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Almost 2,000 people contributed to the circa £2m ($2.6m) raise. A portion of the cash will boost capacity at its Sydenham Road brewery.

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Delhi government is set to enhance consumer experience by opening more premium liquor stores in malls to allow direct customer access to alcobev brands without counters. Four government run corporations DSIIDC, DTTDC, DCCWS, and DSCSC have been directed to explore locations and establish these stores. Delhi government’s decision to open premium liquor shops follows an earlier attempt in 2021-22 under the now scrapped excise policy that introduced spacious premium shops, later shut down

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Boulder Spirits , the Colorado-based producer of American single malts and bourbon whiskeys, has announced the opening of a new retail store in Boulder. The store will open in the historic Pearl Street Mall on November 30th, 2024, which also happens to be Small Business Saturday. The retail space will showcase Boulder Spirits’ offerings including whiskeys, gins, vodka, liqueurs, and bitters, giving those in the city easy access to the award-winning spirits.

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Business France India, under the tutelage of the Embassy of France in India, will welcome a French delegation of 17 wine and spirits producers for the 8th edition of the Tastin’ France event in India. These producers will showcase their products on 6 th November at the Embassy of France in Delhi, followed by a tasting in Mumbai at ProWine, on November 8th and 9th.

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Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Louis XIII Cognac is coming to Las Vegas for race weekend as the 2024 Formula One World Championship continues. In partnership with Wynn Las Vegas , a premier hotel and casino near the Strip, Louis XIII is popping up with an exclusive retail experience catering to attendees at “the city’s most thrilling event of the year.” This year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix will be integral to this year’s F1 World Championship, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen leading Lando Norris by 62 points with just three races

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Spiritz

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD) has reported a remarkable financial performance in Q2FY25 with its profit after tax (PAT) soaring by 324.8 percent to reach Rs 48 crore, compared to Rs 11.2 crore in Q1FY25, and 319.1 percent higher than Rs 11.3 crore in the same quarter of the last year. ABD's total income in Q2FY25 rose to Rs 2,031 crore, marking a 14.8 percent increase from Rs 1,769 crore in the previous quarter and a 5.3 percent increase from Rs 1,929 crore in Q2FY24.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Danone has joined forces with shipping and logistics company Maersk to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its ocean freight operations.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If you’re out exploring or skiing in the Eastern Sierras and need a spot to quench your thirst, Shelter Distilling will have you covered. This craft distillery located in The Village at Mammoth in the shadow of Mammoth Mountain has been cranking out everything from agave-based spirits to beer and canned cocktails for years with a focus on innovation and unique ingredients.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In the six months ended 30 September, the Blackwoods Gin maker booked £393,000 (£510,662) in revenue, a 37.8% drop on the year prior.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A full 54 bottle set of the Hanyu Ichiro’s Malt Card Series is going for sale at Bonham’s Paris in November 2024. Photo: Bonhams The Hanyu card series was released between 2005 and 2014 from a highly limited stock of the closed Hanyu distillery. Bonhams have listed a 54 bottle collection that includes 13 of each of the hearts, spades, diamonds and clubs bottles as well as two jokers.

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Just Drinks

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Lifeway Foods has rejected the takeover bid lodged by Danone in September as the US-based kefir maker deemed the offer to be undervalued.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Speyside single malt whisky brand, The Macallan , is continuing its 200th anniversary celebrations with the launch of a new “permanent dining concept”, TimeSpirit, in partnership with longtime collaborator El Celler de Can Roca. Now open to diners, TimeSpirit will offer a nine-course tasting menu that represents a culinary exploration of The Macallan and its collaboration with El Celler de Can Roca, a three-time Michelin Star -awarded restaurant in Spain.

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Drinkhacker

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The bar Scotch (they write it in all caps but we follow AP capitalization guidelines here) at The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh opened in 2013 and has gradually built a reputation as a watering hole constructed with some of the finest drams in all of Scotland (all caps, to be sure). As these things go, it makes perfect sense to expand and build on that notoriety with a comprehensive guide to Scotch (the drink).

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Last month, 50 Best unleashed the latest edition of its annual World’s 50 Best Bars list. Once again, the list is dominated by speakeasies serving up highly stylized drinks seemingly built for Instagrammability. On top of that, only five of the list-makers are in the United States — where cocktails and speakeasies were invented — and not one of those bars ranked in the top 10.

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Sculpture Hospitality

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Running a restaurant is like conducting an orchestra. Every single piece of your business needs to be perfectly in tune to ensure your venture has long-term profitability.

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Advanced Mixology

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

It’s possible to transform your home bar into a personal haven without breaking the bank. All you need is a few simple upgrades to turn any ordinary space into something special. If this sounds good, stick around to discover easy and budget-friendly ways to elevate every detail of your drinking setup. Adding a Fresh Coat of Paint First up, why not revitalize your home bar by giving it a new coat of paint?

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Glenlivet 55 Year Old 200th Anniversary Edition 1 of 1 has been sold in a charity auction this month, raising money for National Trust Scotland as the first sale in a partnership between Sotheby’s and Chivas Brothers. Photo: The Glenlivet The Glenlivet 55 Year Old 200th Anniversary Edition 1 of 1 has been sold for $XX at Sotheby’s, with all proceeds going to The National Trust For Scotland.

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Drinks International

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Josep Ferrer Sala, Friexenet’s honorary co-chairman and former managing director has died at the age of 99.

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Cheers

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This Scotch cocktail from Tasca restaurant in New York has a touch of Spain from sherry and vermouth. Print Rodrigo Roy Course Drinks Keyword chocolate bitters, red vermouth, Scotch, sherry, walnut bitters Servings 0 Ingredients 2 oz. The Glendronach Original 12 Year Scotch ½ oz. Valdespino Quina sherry ½ oz. Becquer Vermouth de Garnacha 1 dash Chocolate bitters 1 dash Walnut bitters Instructions Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice.

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Mix That Drink

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Godiva Chocolate Martini blends Godiva chocolate liqueur with creme de cacao, amps it up with a touch of vodka and smooths it all out with some half-and-half.

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Nightlife City Guide

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Il Black Friday è un’occasione imperdibile per chi desidera risparmiare sui propri acquisti, e le offerte non riguardano solo prodotti tecnologici o abbigliamento. Anche il settore dei viaggi offre promozioni speciali in questa giornata, consentendo di prenotare vacanze di alta qualità a prezzi ridotti. Molti siti, come Voyage Privé , propongono pacchetti di lusso con sconti esclusivi, ma per approfittarne al meglio è utile fare qualche preparazione in anticipo.

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PubClub

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

These Ole Miss hotties help lead the Hottie Toddie cheers. By The The Pigskin Prognosticator, PubClub.com’s College Football Expert There’s a storm brewing in the South and it’s not just Hurricane Rafael. Alabama is at LSU and Georgia is at Ole Miss in games that will and could end the college playoff hopes for the losers. Meanwhile, all is calm on the Midwestern front where Ohio State gets a bye week – in so much as Purdue is a bye week opponent – and Notre Dame faces a bunch

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour is back, aiming to bring the magic and kindness of Christmas to people nationwide. Supporting FareShare, for every person that visits the Truck Tour, the equivalent of a meal will be donated on their behalf. This festive season, Coca‑Cola will donate the equivalent of up to 1 million meals via FareShare. Publicans can bring Christmas magic to their outlets as well with the return of the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck POS kits available on My.CCEP from 11 th November

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PubClub

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Rock music producer Neil Giraldo has a new production, Three Cord Bourbon. Photo: PubClub.com By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Spirits Editor Buying a good spirit can be daunting. Just to go any store and check out the options; they seem endless. This is especially true with bourbons. In the USA alone, there are 739 whiskey and burbon distilleries as of 2023, according to industry research company IBISWorld.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Are you ready to join UKIYO Handroll Bar in Covent Garden for an exclusive afternoon celebrating the art of sushi and sake? This Thursday [7 Nov] Sakari’s Ambassador will lead guests on a flavorful journey through sake tasting, sharing fun insights about the importance of sake in Japanese culture. Meanwhile, UKIYO’s Head Chef will entertain with a live sushi-making demo, highlighting the quality and origins of each ingredient.

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PubClub

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Hanging out with friends often revolves around going to a bar or to a home for drinks. It’s ingrained in cultures right across the world. There’s something about the atmosphere of a pub or with a drink in hand that sees people relax and enjoy their evening. However, we know that alcohol is addictive and that indeed many people do have problems with it across the world.

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Nightlife City Guide

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Black Friday is an unmissable opportunity for those who want to save on their purchases, and the offers don't just concern technological products or clothing. The travel industry also offers special promotions on this day, allowing you to book high-quality holidays at reduced prices. Many sites, such as Voyage Privé , offer luxury packages with exclusive discounts, but to make the most of them it is useful to do some preparation in advance.

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Bar Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

New figures from Zonal’s latest GO Technology report, in partnership with CGA by NIQ, reveals that the number of consumers not showing up for their reservations in pubs, bars and restaurants is back to a record high, with 14% of guests not honouring reservations or informing venues in advance that they need to cancel. The survey of more than 5,000 British adults, highlights that whilst more than two thirds (68%) of consumers who make bookings say they turn up for all of them, 18% cancel in advan

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The world of single malt whiskey is experiencing a fascinating evolution. While Scotland has long been considered the undisputed master of single malt whisky production, American distillers are crafting their own distinctive interpretations of this noble spirit, including established bourbon producer, Kentucky-based Limestone Branch Distillery , which has released its Yellowstone American Single Malt Whiskey , now making waves in the UK market.

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